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This Day in History for July 5
Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1865 – The Salvation Army is founded in London, England (More info)
1937 – The luncheon meat SPAM is introduced by the Hormel Foods Corporation (More info)
Joey Chestnut Destroys Competition to Win Fifth Straight Hot Dog Eating Contest
In an age where dynasties are few and far between, Joey Chestnut has dominated his sport like few others.
Best of all, he let's the success go straight to his belly.
POP Phone Turns Your Cell Into an Old-Fashioned Handset
There was once a time when talking on the phone was a quiet affair, usually in the privacy of one’s own home or an enclosed glass booth. Other people’s phone calls have since become an annoyance, due to the ubiquity of the cells and the fact that Bluetooth headsets make it nearly impossible to tell who’s crazy and who’s talking to a client...
Older Woman Robs Bank by Threatening Teller With AIDS
When you're desperate for cash but don't have a scary weapon to rob a bank, you make due with what you have. For an elderly woman in Colorado, that was a piece of paper and a life-threatening disease.
Last Thursday, the unidentified woman, aged somewhere between 55 and 75, walked up to a Wells Fargo teller in a Safeway grocery store wearing a conductor hat and gray sweatshirt. There, she handed t
Man Suspended From Hot Air Ballon by His Skin [VIDEO]
As it turns out, human skin is pretty resilient.
Just ask 34-year-old Zane Whitmore, who was suspended from a hot air balloon over California's Long Valley Caldera by a series of ropes attached to four piercings in his back. (If that wasn't scary enough, he did it for 75 minutes.)
This Day in History for June 15 – Twelfth Amendment Ratified and More
Here's a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:
1752 – Benjamin Franklin proves that lightning is electricity (More info)
1775 – George Washington is appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army (More info)
Justin Timberlake Talks Pot, New Music With Playboy
Mouseketeer-turned-musician-turned-movie star Justin Timberlake recently sat down for an interview with Playboy, during which the openly candid star of 'Friends With Benefits' and 'Bad Teacher' talked about smoking pot and whether or not he plans to release new music.
In the interview, published Monday, Timberlake says he "absolutely" still smokes pot, adding, "The only thing pot d
Zoli – Suicide Girl of the Day
Meet Zoli, a Californian Suicide Girl who says she enjoys playing the drums and being a "total goofball." Look out, Animal!
Betty White Gives Tips for a Long and Happy Life [VIDEO]
Are you looking to live a long and healthy life? If so, you might want to take some advice from Betty White, who, at age 89, is still going strong.
Last night, the Emmy-winning TV legend appeared on 'The Late Show With David Letterman,' during which she revealed her own tips on how to make it to your golden years.
Woman Steals Racks of Ribs and Oxtails in Her Purse
Some women carry gum or mints in their purse. Marie Chester carries dinner for a big family.
Police in Fort Pierce, Florida arrested the 40-year-old woman last week for shoplifting six full racks of ribs and two packs of oxtails from a supermarket. Somehow, she carried out the food in her pocketbook. The items she took were worth $57.60.
5 Useful Gift Ideas for Father’s Day
Dad is going to love you no matter what you get him, but seriously, he really doesn't need another tie. This year, get him something he might actually use, like one of these five ideas for Father's Day gifts that can do a heck of a lot more than a "World's Best Dad" mug.
Hitler Reacts to Miami Heat’s NBA Championship Loss [VIDEO]
The latest edition of the Hitler 'Downfall' Internet meme has the Fuhrer furiously bemoaning the demise of the Miami Heat and its star, LeBron James, who lost the 2011 NBA Championship to the Dallas Mavericks Sunday night.
Hitler blasts LeBron as "the biggest choke artist since David Carradine" and calls Miami Heat coach Eric Spoelstra "the most obvious puppet since Mussolini"